Carla Mooney
1) Industrial design: why smartphones aren't round and other mysteries with science activities for kids
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English
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Explore the engineering design process from its earliest beginnings, to today. Using inquiry-based STEM activities, kids ages 10 to 15 read all about good design, which combines the right materials, colors, details, and form to make a person want to buy and use a product.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Jake and his family are heading to the forest for the day. Jake has everything he needs for the perfect hike. But when things start to go wrong, Jake's perfect forest hike may turn into a great forest adventure.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"From vehicles and weapons to robots and service animals, the tools of the US military are truly amazing. Ready for Military Action takes you on the front lines with some of the most fascinating technology, gear, vehicles, and animals being used by the US armed forces. Learn more about the history behind these tools and technologies and how the US military uses them today to get its job done." -- p. [4] of cover.
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English
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Have you watched videos online today? Did you post photographs on social media? Did you upload your English essay to Google docs? All of these are questions about data! ...Explore the definition of data and learn how essential it is to our everyday lives. ...Learn about the history of data, the transition from paper to computers, and the role that search engines such as Google play in handling data. By making connections between the relationships...
10) Recycling
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Norwood House Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
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English
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Explores the pros and cons of several issues related to recycling, including whether it helps the environment, and is it economically efficient. Aligns with Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards for Reading Informational Text and Speaking and Listening. Text contains critical thinking components in regards to social issues and history. Includes bibliography, glossary, index, and relevant websites.
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Nomad Press, a division of Nomad Communications
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Introduces the concept of biological evolution, explaining how minute changes over time lead to speciation, in a book that includes twenty-five science projects that illustrate key concepts.
14) US Air Force
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Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
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Provides information on the U.S. Air Force, covering the history of the Air Force, and highlighting some of the careers available in the Air Force today.
15) US Navy
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Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English